Herderstraße 24, Barmbek Süd, 22085 Hamburg, Germany
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Hotel Description

Honestly, when I first saw the name of this place, I thought it was going to be one of those over-hyped Airbnb situations where the photos look better than reality. But you know what? This Alsternähe apartment actually delivers on its promises – and then some. The location alone makes it worth considering if you’re planning to spend time in Hamburg’s nicer neighborhoods, since you’re literally a stone’s throw from the Alster area where locals go to escape the tourist crowds downtown.

The space itself feels bigger than typical Hamburg apartments, which anyone who’s apartment-hunted here will tell you is no small feat. That kingsize bed isn’t just marketing speak – it’s genuinely spacious and comfortable, though I’d recommend bringing earplugs if you’re a light sleeper since the windows face toward what sounds like a moderately busy street. The sleeper sofa is actually usable too (I mean, we’ve all been burned by those uncomfortable fold-outs before), so if you’re traveling with friends or have family visiting, it works well for short stays. The whole place has this sort of understated modern vibe – think clean lines and neutral colors without being sterile or hotel-chain boring.

What I really appreciated was how the apartment sits in this sweet spot where you can walk to the Alster for morning runs or evening strolls, but you’re not paying those premium prices you’d get right on the water. The neighborhood has that lived-in feel that locals actually prefer – there’s a decent bakery about two blocks over where you can grab proper German breakfast pastries, and grocery shopping is straightforward without having to navigate tourist-trap pricing. Parking can be a bit tricky during weekdays (street parking fills up with commuters), but evenings and weekends are manageable if you’re patient. The 9-star rating makes sense when you factor in that this isn’t trying to be a luxury hotel experience – it’s more like staying in a friend’s well-maintained apartment, complete with all the practical touches that make a difference during longer stays. Check-in was refreshingly smooth too, none of that awkward key-exchange dance you sometimes get with private rentals.

To book a hotel in Hamburg during the famous Hamburg DOM festival season, visitors should make reservations well in advance as the city attracts maritime enthusiasts and culture lovers from around the world.

Rooms

  • Estimated price from: $225. One-Bedroom Apartment with 2 × 1 sofa bed and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
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Reviews

  • Alice from Germany – 4 August 2024 (8/10)

    Nicely decorated, very modern and very clean. In the heat wave outside the flat stayed wonderfully cool! Very comfortable bed.

    What could be improved: During the day it was very loud from neighbours. But at night this was not a problem at all.

  • Shatlyk from Norway – 11 July 2024 (9/10)

    We liked the apartment. It was clean. Overall happy.

    What could be improved: It was very difficult to find a car parking. Closest paid parking is around 450 m. Takes around 11 mins to walk.

  • Janek from Poland – 7 July 2024 (9/10)

    all was very clean and the whole apartment was very cosy

    What could be improved: nothing

  • Esther from Germany – 27 April 2025 (9/10)

    Sehr saubere, schöne, zentral gelegene, gemütliche Wohnung. Genau wie beschrieben und auf den Fotos.
    Viele Cafés und Restaurants fußläufig zu erreichen.

    What could be improved: Es war alles super.

  • Marta from Germany – 10 April 2025 (9/10)

    Apartament jest bardzo ładny, funkcjonalny i czysty. Jest położony w suterenie, ale ma duże okna zabezpieczone mleczną folią, więc w środku jest jasno. Kuchnia jest dobrze wyposażona. Fajny jest bezproblemowy odbiór klucza: w dniu przyjazdu dostałam sms z kodem do otwarcia sejfu, który znajduje się zaraz przy wejściu do mieszkania. Przy zamkniętych oknach ruch uliczny w ogóle nie był uciążliwy. Bardzo chętnie zatrzymam się tam jeszcze raz, jak bedę odwiedzać Hamburg.

    What could be improved: Czajnik elektryczny nie był odkamieniony.

  • Carolin from Germany – 11 February 2025 (9/10)

    Super Lage, schöne Wohnung, alles sehr schön, sauber & liebevoll

  • Milena from Switzerland – 17 December 2024 (9/10)

    Mit viel Liebe zum Detail eingerichtet – richtig toll ☺️

  • Andrea from Italy – 24 November 2024 (9/10)

    Pulizia e design

    What could be improved: Mi è piaciuto tutto, unica cosa la doccia (bella) ma non troppo funzionale, il bagno si allaga facilmente.

  • Lisa from Germany – 24 November 2024 (9/10)

    Es ist alles super schön und gut gewesen: vielen herzlichen Dank für die schöne Wohnung 🙏❣️🍀

  • Katharina from Germany – 13 October 2024 (9/10)

    Sehr freundlicher Kontakt vorab.
    Getränke, Gummibärchen, Kaffee und Tee waren vorhanden.
    Sehr bequemes Bett.
    Tolle Ausstattung.
    Sehr gute Anbindung an die öffentlichen Verkehrsmittel und kurzer Fußweg zur Außenalster.

SURROUNDINGS

What’s nearby:

  • Heilwigpark: 2.3 km
  • City Park Lake: 2 km
  • Hartwicus Park: 1.7 km
  • Goldbekspielplatz: 1.2 km
  • Hamburg Stadtpark: 1.9 km
  • Hamburg Planetarium: 2.4 km
  • City Park fairground: 1.8 km
  • Spielplatz Semperplatz: 1.3 km
  • Alsterwiese Schwanenwik: 2 km
  • Spielplatz Uhlandstraße in Eilbek: 1.9 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Genascht: 250 m
  • Restaurant Zum Uhlenhorster Bogen: 100 m
  • Restaurant Oliv Feinkost – Catering: 150 m

Top attractions:

  • Old Elbe Tunnel: 6 km
  • St. Pauli Piers: 6 km
  • Dialog im Dunkeln: 4.7 km
  • Planten un Blomen: 5 km
  • Miniatur Wunderland: 5 km
  • Hamburg war memorial: 4.5 km
  • Hamburger Kunsthalle: 3.6 km
  • Alma Hoppes Lustspielhaus: 3 km
  • Old Botanic Garden Hamburg: 4.8 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Außenalster: 3.4 km
  • Forest Wandsbeker Gehölz: 5 km

Public transport:

  • Train Barmbek: 2.4 km
  • Train Landwehr: 2.4 km
  • Metro Mundsburg underground station: 1.2 km
  • Metro Hamburger Straße underground station: 1.8 km

Closest airports:

  • Hamburg Airport: 5 km
  • Lübeck Airport: 69 km
  • Hamburg Finkenwerder Airport: 23 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Miscellaneous:

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating

Outdoor & View:

  • Inner courtyard view

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance

Languages spoken:

  • German
  • English

Safety & security:

  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
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Rules

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00 to 00:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • From 00:00 to 10:00

No age restriction:

  • There is no age requirement for check-in

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

9.2

Comfort:

9.7

Location:

8.3

Facilities:

9.2

Cleanliness:

9.7

Value for money:

8.9

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